Development Generalist (AANM) Department: Arab American National Museum Location: Dearborn, MI START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3445181&source=3445181-CJB-0) Job Title: Development Generalist Job Status: Full-time Job Summary: Under direct supervision, the Development Generalist uses intermediate skills obtained through experience and training to support in all aspects of fundraising and development including data-entry and database management, research, donor stewardship and outreach, writing and grant processing, in addition to carrying a fundraising portfolio. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Process and acknowledge donations and enter data in Development donor database + Assist in the production of fundraising materials including but not limited to letters, emails, newsletters, proposals, PowerPoint presentations, and reports. This includes drafting original copy and editing documents + Assist with the execution of direct mail appeals and online fundraising appeals + Assist with maintaining relationships and correspondence with donors and prospects, including donor acknowledgement and recognition + Solicit sponsorships for ACCESS events + Support donor stewardship strategy + Identify possible grant opportunities for various ACCESS programs + Create and submit proposals and case statements in a timely manner + Assist with the writing, editing and submission of grant proposals + Create and manage relationships with prospective corporation and foundation funders and individual donors + Maintain Grants shared drive folder and fund development form collection process + Create analytical reports through donor database to guide fundraising strategy + May initiate contact with potential donors + Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: + Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of fundraising/development + Donor database management + Donor relations and stewardship Skill in: + Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office + Proficiency operating donor database system. Experience with Blackbaud products such as Raiser-s Edge or Altru is a plus + Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills Ability to: + Work both independently and as part of a team, in a highly efficient and organized manner + Meet deadlines for several concurrent tasks, while setting priorities on emerging requirements and changing timelines + Track progress on tasks and handle follow-up as needed + Demonstrate customer service and professionalism with confidentiality and discretion + Maintain a high level of attention to detail + Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives + Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes + Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines + Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing + Be flexible and calm under pressure + Analyze and troubleshoot problems + Effectively utilize tools/resources to work efficiently + Demonstrate the highest level of personal and ethical standards Educational/Previous Experience Requirements: + Minimum Degree Required: + Bachelor-s degree + Required Disciplines: + Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, English, Communications or related field ~and~ + At least two years of professional level experience where demonstrated sales and business development with a track record of successfully meeting development quotas or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources Licenses/Certifications: + Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: None Working Conditions: Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required Travel Required: Local and in-state travel, up to 10% Working Environment: Climate controlled office START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3445181&source=3445181-CJB-0)